Word
complaining
Phoneticscom·plain·ing
US/kəmˈpɫeɪnɪŋ/
UK/kəmplˈeɪnɪŋ/
Definitions
01expressing dissatisfaction
v. saying that you are unhappy, annoyed, or not satisfied with a situation.
v. the present participle of 'complain', describing the ongoing expression of resentment, pain, or dissatisfaction.
“Stop complaining about the rain and just take an umbrella.”
“The residents have been complaining about the noise levels since the new construction project began last month.”
Usage
Often followed by the prepositions 'about' or 'of'.
Pitfall
She is complaining for the cold weather.
She is complaining about the cold weather.
Use 'about' or 'of' after complaining to describe the cause of the problem.
Synonyms
02the act of making a complaint
n. the act of telling someone that something is wrong or bad.
n. the gerund form used as a noun to denote the activity of voicing grievances or formal dissatisfaction.
“Constant complaining won't solve the problem; we need to find a solution.”
“The manager noted that the constant complaining from the staff was a symptom of deeper structural issues within the department.”
Usage
Commonly functions as the subject or object of a sentence.
Antonyms
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